2010 CADILLAC DTS door lock

To idle the vehicle with the DRL off at night, turn offautomatic lighting and shift the transmission into P (Park).Placing the vehicle in P (Park) disables the DRL. TheDRL will stay off until the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
To drive the vehicle with the DRL off, turn off automaticlighting and manually turn on the parking lamps orfog lamps, if the vehicle has them.
The regular headlamp system should be turned onwhen needed.
Fog Lamps
The fog lamps button is on the exterior lamps control tothe left of the steering column.
#(Fog Lamps):Press the exterior lamps button to
turn the fog lamps on or off. A light comes on inthe instrument panel cluster when the fog lamps are inuse. SeeInstrument Panel Cluster on page 4-47.The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position for thefog lamps to work.
The fog lamps will go off when the headlamps arechanged to high-beam.
Some localities have laws that require the headlamps tobe on along with the fog lamps.
Cornering Lamps
The cornering lamps come on when the headlamps orparking lamps are on and you signal a turn with themultifunction lever. They provide more light forcornering.
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
If the exterior lamp button has been left on, the exteriorlamps will turn off about 10 minutes after the ignitionis turned to LOCK/OFF and a door has been opened.This protects against draining the battery if theheadlamps or parking lamps are accidentally left on.If you need to leave the lamps on for more than10 minutes, use the exterior lamp control to turn thelamps back on after the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFFand any door is opened.
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Instrument Panel Brightness
D(Instrument Panel Brightness):This feature
controls the brightness of the instrument paneland footwell lights, if equipped.
The button for this control is located below the exteriorlamps control.
Push the button in and release to extend the button.Turn the button clockwise or counterclockwise tobrighten or dim the lights.
Courtesy Lamps
The courtesy lamps are located on the headliner abovethe rear seat. These lamps come on by turning theinstrument panel brightness knob fully clockwise or whenany door is opened and it is dark outside. Puddle lampsare located on the bottom of the front and rear door trim.
Professional vehicles have an additional dome lampand also opera lamps.
Entry Lighting
This feature turns on the courtesy lamps and thebacklighting for the door switches and the exterior lampcontrol when a door is opened or if the remote keylessentry transmitter unlock button is pressed. If activateddue to the transmitter, the lighting remains active forabout 40 seconds. Since the entry lighting system usesthe light sensor, it must be dark outside in order for thecourtesy lamps to turn on. The courtesy lamps turn offapproximately 25 seconds after the last door is closed.They will dim to off if the ignition key is turned toON/RUN, or immediately deactivate if the power locksare activated.
Parade Dimming
This feature prohibits dimming of the digital displays andbacklighting during daylight hours when the key is inthe ignition and the headlamps are on. This feature isfully automatic. When the light sensor reads darknessoutside and the parking lamps are active, the digitaldisplays can be adjusted by turning the instrument panelbrightness knob counterclockwise to dim and clockwiseto brighten lighting.
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Follow the proper installation instructions that areincluded with any electrical equipment you install.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet cancause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.Do not hang any type of accessory or accessorybracket from the plug because the power outlets aredesigned for accessory power plugs only.
Ashtray(s)
Notice:If papers, pins, or other flammable itemsare put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or othersmoking materials could ignite them and possiblydamage the vehicle. Never put flammable itemsin the ashtray.
Front Ashtray
With the full floor console, the ashtray is located belowthe climate control system. To open, push down andthen release the cover. To clean the ashtray, push thelip of the ashtray to remove it. Push the oppositeside of the ashtray’s lip to install.
For vehicles without the floor console, pull the traylocated below the climate controls to reveal the ashtray.The ashtray can be removed by pulling on the ledgelocated at the top of the ashtray.
Rear Ashtray
The ashtrays are located on the door armrests. To usean ashtray, lift the lid.
Analog Clock
The analog clock is located on the instrument panelabove the radio. The clock is not connected withany other vehicle system and runs by itself. To adjustthe clock:
1. Locate the adjustment button directly below theclock face.
2. Push and hold the adjustment button to advancethe clock hands. Holding the button down willcause the clock to advance faster. Release thebutton before reaching the desired time.
3. Push and release the button to increase the time byone minute increments until the desired time isreached.
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CLEAN RADAR
This message displays when the Adaptive CruiseControl (ACC) system and the Forward Collision Alert(FCA) system are disabled because the radar is blockedand cannot detect vehicles in your path. It may alsoactivate during heavy rain or due to road spray. To cleanthe system, see “Cleaning the System” underAdaptiveCruise Control on page 4-15.
CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h)
This message displays whenever the cruise control isset. SeeCruise Control on page 4-12andAdaptiveCruise Control on page 4-15for more information.
If your vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), aftera few seconds, this message clears and the message“SET SPD XX” displays at the bottom of the DIC.See “SET SPD (Speed)” later in this section.
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This symbol appears withthis message.
This message displays when the driver door is notclosed completely. Make sure that the door is closedcompletely.
ENGINE HOT – A/C
(Air Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolantbecomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.SeeEngine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 4-56.To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the airconditioning compressor automatically turns off. Whenthe coolant temperature returns to normal, the airconditioning compressor turns back on. You cancontinue to drive your vehicle.
If this message continues to appear, have the systemrepaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possibleto avoid damage to the engine.
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RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This symbol appears withthis message.
This message displays when the passenger side reardoor is not closed completely. Make sure that the door isclosed completely.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem with theairbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by yourdealer/retailer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness Lighton page 4-50for more information.
SERVICE A/C SYSTEM
This message displays when the air delivery mode dooror the electronic sensors that control the air conditioningand heating systems are no longer working. Havethe climate control system serviced by yourdealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and airconditioning efficiency.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
This message displays when a problem with thecharging system has been detected. The chargingsystem light also displays on the instrument panelcluster. SeeCharging System Light on page 4-52formore information. Have your vehicle serviced byyour dealer/retailer.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with thebrake system. The brake system warning light and theantilock brake system warning light may also bedisplayed on the instrument panel cluster. SeeBrakeSystem Warning Light on page 4-52andAntilock BrakeSystem (ABS) Warning Light on page 4-53for moreinformation. If this happens, stop as soon as possibleand turn off the vehicle. Restart the vehicle andcheck for the message on the DIC display. If themessage is displayed or appears again when you begindriving, the brake system needs service. See yourdealer/retailer as soon as possible. SeeBrakeson page 6-32for more information.
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Press the customization button until the PRESSVTO
DISPLAY IN ENGLISH screen appears on the DICdisplay. Press the set/reset button once to display allDIC messages in English.
DISPLAY LANGUAGE
This feature allows you to select the language in whichthe DIC messages will appear.
Press the customization button until the DISPLAYLANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display. Pressthe set/reset button once to access the settings forthis feature. Then press the menu up/down button toscroll through the following settings:
ENGLISH (default):All messages will appear inEnglish.
DEUTSCH:All messages will appear in German.
FRANCAIS:All messages will appear in French.
ESPANOL:All messages will appear in Spanish.
JAPANESE:All messages will appear in Japanese.
ARABIC:All messages will appear in Arabic.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
AUTO DOOR LOCK
This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’sdoors will automatically lock. SeeProgrammableAutomatic Door Locks on page 3-10for moreinformation.
Press the customization button until AUTO DOORLOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/resetbutton once to access the settings for this feature.Then press the menu up/down button to scroll throughthe following settings:
SHIFT OUT OF PARK (default):The doorsautomatically lock when the doors are closed and thevehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AT VEHICLE SPEED:The doors automatically lockwhen the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h)for three seconds.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
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AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
This feature allows you to select whether or not to turnoff the automatic door unlocking feature. It alsoallows you to select which doors and when the doorswill automatically unlock. SeeProgrammable AutomaticDoor Locks on page 3-10for more information.
Press the customization button until AUTO DOORUNLOCK appears on the DIC display. Press theset/reset button once to access the settings for thisfeature. Then press the menu up/down button to scrollthrough the following settings:
OFF:None of the doors will automatically unlock.
DRIVER AT KEY OUT:Only the driver’s door willunlock when the key is taken out of the ignition.
DRIVER IN PARK:Only the driver’s door will unlockwhen the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
ALL AT KEY OUT:All of the doors will unlock whenthe key is taken out of the ignition.
ALL IN PARK (default):All of the doors will unlockwhen the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
REMOTE DOOR LOCK
This feature allows you to select the type of feedbackyou will receive when locking the vehicle with theRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will notreceive feedback when locking the vehicle with theRKE transmitter if the doors are open. SeeRemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3-4formore information.
Press the customization button until REMOTE DOORLOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/resetbutton once to access the settings for this feature.Then press the menu up/down button to scroll throughthe following settings:
OFF:There will be no feedback when you press thelock button on the RKE transmitter.
LIGHTS ONLY:The exterior lamps will flash when youpress the lock button on the RKE transmitter.
HORN ONLY:The horn will sound on the second pressof the lock button on the RKE transmitter.
HORN & LIGHTS (default):The exterior lamps willflash when you press the lock button on the RKEtransmitter, and the horn will sound when the lock buttonis pressed again within five seconds of the previouscommand.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this feature.
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The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK
This feature allows you to select the type of feedbackyou will receive when unlocking the vehicle withthe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You willnot receive feedback when unlocking the vehiclewith the RKE transmitter if the doors are open. SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operationon page 3-4for more information.
Press the customization button until REMOTE DOORUNLOCK appears on the DIC display. Press theset/reset button once to access the settings for thisfeature. Then press the menu up/down button to scrollthrough the following settings:
LIGHTS OFF:The exterior lamps will not flash whenyou press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter.
LIGHTS ON (default):The exterior lamps willflash when you press the unlock button on theRKE transmitter.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
DELAY DOOR LOCK
This feature allows you to select whether or not thelocking of the vehicle’s doors will be delayed. Whenlocking the doors with the power door lock switch and adoor is open, this feature will delay locking the doorsuntil five seconds after the last door is closed. You willhear three chimes to signal that the delayed lockingfeature is in use. The key must be out of the ignition forthis feature to work. You can temporarily overridedelayed locking by pressing the power door lock switchtwice or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice.
Press the customization button until DELAY DOORLOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/resetbutton once to access the settings for this feature.Then press the menu up/down button to scroll throughthe following settings:
OFF:There will be no delayed locking of thevehicle’s doors.
ON (default):The doors will not lock until five secondsafter the last door is closed.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
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